All roads lead to Torino! Here’s what you need to know about getting to Torino. Be sure to also view our Google Map for WCEU travellers arriving in Torino.
- Arriving by Plane
- Arriving by Bus, Train, & Taxi
- Travel Options from Other Italian Cities
- Arriving by Car
Arriving by Plane
The nearest airports are Torino (TRN) and three international airports in Milano (MXP, BGY, LIN) which connect both worldwide flights and European transit routes. Here are directions to reach destinations in Torino that will be most common for WordCamp Europe travellers: the WordCamp venue and Torino’s main transportation stations.
Stations, stops, and approximate journey durations in this article were checked in May 2024 using Google Maps, transportation websites, and travel dates of 12-17 June, and are accurate at the time of publishing. Bus and Tram routes and availability are subject to change due to a variety of factors affecting daily life in the city.
Arriving at Torino Caselle Airport (TRN)
Directions from Torino Caselle Airport to the conference venue and the three main train stations in Torino
- Lingotto (walking distance to the Lingotto Center, the WCEU venue)
- Porta Susa
- Porta Nuova
From Torino Caselle Airport to Lingotto station and the Lingotto Center
The Lingotto railway station is just to the southwest of the Lingotto Fiere – the complex that houses the WCEU venue as well as a shopping center and several hotels. There is a direct route from the airport to Lingotto station.
- Departure Station: Torino Aeroporto di Caselle (Direction: Fossano – 8 stops)
- Arrival Station: Torino Lingotto
- Duration: ~45 minutes
– then – - ~15 minute walk or bus ride (Line 18) to the venue.
Note: Ongoing works in the area may create some delays or diversions of the walk and bus ride.
From Torino Caselle Airport to Porta Susa Station
Porta Susa is the first railway station in the city after leaving the airport.
- Departure Station: Torino Aeroporto di Caselle (Direction: Fossano – 7 stops)
- Arrival Station: Torino Porta Susa
- Journey Duration: ~ 40 minutes
From Torino Caselle Airport to Porta Nuova Station
To arrive at Porta Nuova Station, take the train to Porta Susa as described in the previous step, then from inside Porta Susa Station take the M1 metro directly to Porta Nuova.
- Departure Station: Torino Aeroporto di Caselle (Direction: Fossano – 7 stops)
- Transit Station: Torino Porta Susa
- Arrival Station: Torino Porta Nuova
- Journey Duration: ~40 minutes by train, then ~10 minute metro ride
In addition, bus/airport shuttle service companies such as Arriva & Flibco* offer direct trips from the airport terminal to main stops in the city.
*You can check their website(s) for routes, durations, locations & discounted offers for round-trip journeys, as well as family plans if you plan on visiting WordCamp with your family!
Arriving through Milano Airports
Milano, the closest major city to Torino, has three main airports that service international flights to and from Italy. They are: Milan Malpensa (MXP), Milan Bergamo (BGY), and Milan Linate (LIN).
Malpensa (MXP) is the only airport in Milano that has direct shuttle services that can comfortably connect you to Torino in under two hours.
The other Milano airports have shuttle services that connect them to the city’s main railway station Milano Centrale. From there you can take a train to Torino.
Follow the links below to see directions to Torino from each of these airports.
From Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Torino
Three bus companies offer direct routes from Malpensa to stops in Torino. You can also take a shuttle bus to the Milano Centrale Railway station and get a direct train into Torino.
By Bus
All buses accommodate luggage and offer discounted round-trip tickets on their websites.
- Arriva
Departure: Arrivals Terminal
Arrival: Corso Bolzano/Porta Susa
1 hour 55 minutes - Flibco
Departure: Arrivals Terminal
Arrival: Corso Vittorio Emmanuele II
1 hour 45 minutes
– or –
Arrival: Lingotto
2 hours 15 minutes - Autostradale
Departure: Arrivals Terminal
Arrival: Corso Bolzano/Porta Susa
2 hours
By Train
- Terravision Shuttle Bus
Departure: Milan Malpensa Airport
Arrival: Milano Centrale Railway Station
– then – - Train
Departure: Milano Centrale Railway Station
Arrival: Porta Susa, Porta Nuova, or Lingotto station
The train will take ~ 1 to 1/12 hours to Porta Susa, ~1 – 2 hours to Porta Nuova and ~2 hours to Lingotto.
To check train routes and buy tickets, visit the Official Website of Trenitalia.
From Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Torino
There are three options, all of which start with a shuttle to the Milano Centrale rail station. The total duration of the trips will vary, depending on how much time is spent between trips in the rail station.
- Shuttle Bus
Departure: Milan Bergamo Airport Bus Station
Arrival: Milano Centrale Railway Station
~50 minutes
– then – - Train
Departure: Milano Centrale Railway Station
Arrival: Lingotto, Porta Susa, or Porta Nuova station
The train will take ~ 1 to 2 hours to Porta Susa, ~1 – 2 hours to Porta Nuova and ~2 hours to Lingotto.
Three bus companies offer shuttle service to Milano Centrale:
- Flibco + Train: Flibco tickets for this option have a full-day validity
- Orioshuttle + Train: Orioshuttle tickets for this option are valid for 12 hours
- Autostradale + Train: Flexible journey duration
To check train routes and buy tickets, visit the Official Website of Trenitalia.
From Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Torino
There are two options, both of which start with a shuttle to the Milano Centrale rail station. The total duration of the trips will vary, depending on how much time is spent between trips in the rail station.
- Shuttle Bus
Departure: Milan Linate Airport
Arrival: Milano Centrale Railway Station
~ 25 minutes
– then – - Train
Departure: Milano Centrale Railway Station
Arrival: Lingotto, Porta Susa, or Porta Nuova station
The train will take ~ 1 to 2 hours to Porta Susa, ~1 – 2 hours to Porta Nuova and ~2 hours to Lingotto.
Two bus companies offer shuttle service to Milano Centrale:
- Linateshuttle + Train
- Autostradale + Train
Tips for Arriving by Shared Transport (Bus, Train & Taxi)
When travelling to a country with a different language, pay special attention to location names and addresses.
For Torino arrival and departure, pick Vittorio Emmanuele II or Lingotto for bus and shuttle options. (Do not choose Torino Stura nor Corso Giulio Cesare because they are both far away from any of the main arrival locations.)
For other options pick Porta Nuova, Porta Susa (Corso Bolzano or Corso Inghilterra), or Lingotto when available, because they are all connected to the city center and the venue by metro, trams, and bus routes.
In you prefer to take a taxi from Torino Caselle Airport to your destination in the city, here are links to the three main taxi providers to and from the airport:
Options from Other Cities
Here is a simple matrix that shows the availability of public and shared transport options from other major cities in Italy to Torino.
| Milano | Bologna | Roma | Venezia | Firenze | Bergamo | |
| Train (Regional/Freccia Rossa) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | N/A |
| Intercity Train | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | N/A |
| Bus (Flixbus, Itabus..) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Direct Airport Shuttle Torino | From MXP Only | Not Available | N/A | N/A | N/A | Itabus Only |
Arriving by Car
What to expect
Although travelling by shared/public transport would be recommended, easier, and more sustainable, it is not an option for everyone.
If you are planning to arrive by car, note that you need to have a valid driving license from any EU member state so you can drive in Italy without needing international driving permission. You will need to get an international driving permit if you do not already have an EU-issued driving license.
If you are coming from a nearby western or northern route, check the weather conditions for your journey before you set off, have plenty of rest when needed, stock up on essentials for the trip, and pack a first aid kit. We recommend that you make note of emergency numbers in the countries you are passing through, rotate drivers if you’re sharing the journey, and choose easy routes – those that have convenient shops and rest stops!
When Driving in Italy:
- Keep to the right and overtake to the left.
- Dipped headlights must be used on two-lane motorways.
- Horn may only be used in cases of emergency.
- Trams, public buses, and trains have the right of way.
- Helmets are mandatory for all riders of motorcycles.
Although it is quite a challenge to find parking on the street in Torino, the Lingotto Fiere and the nearby Centro Commerciale Lingotto both have parking within walking distance from the venue! Further information about parking at Lingotto.
Image credit: Ligotto Fiere
The adventure is just beginning!
Come June, all roads will lead to Torino. We hope this article helps you prepare for your trip.
But the adventure doesn’t end as we step through the conference doors. Next in this series, specifically in “Staying in Torino,” we’ll explore the heart of this magnificent city. From getting around town and using public transport efficiently, to finding cozy accommodations. We also have several articles about what to do when you are not “WordCamping!”
Buon viaggio!
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Logistics
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